Patio Heating in Phoenix, Arizona Being Outside Is Always In
Here in the Phoenix area, we tolerate hot summers for the ultimate reward in outdoor living and entertaining: our mild autumn, winter and spring months. The eight months of glorious daytime temperatures are the reason so many of us stay in Phoenix, but mild daytime temperatures don’t always translate to comfortable evening temperatures.
Being Outside Is Always In
Early morning and evening temperatures can plummet, which limits the time you can spend in your outdoor space. Installing a natural gas or electric patio heater will help you regulate the temperature in your outdoor space, which means you can really enjoy all Phoenix has to offer.
Find a practical starting option for your patio.
Answer four quick questions about your space, utilities, and priorities. The selector will suggest a heater type, explain why it may fit, and show what Aqua Science should confirm before installation.
Is the patio mainly covered or open?
Coverage affects heat retention and the type of heater that may perform best.
How large is the area you want to heat?
A larger or more exposed area typically needs greater heating output.
Which heating setup is most practical for your patio?
This helps narrow the installation requirements and the heater types that may suit your space.
What is your main priority?
Select the outcome that matters most for your outdoor space.
Choose one answer to continue.
Compare electric and natural gas patio heaters.
Cost-effective, reliable outdoor heating.
Electric patio heaters offer easy installation and can be repositioned as your needs change. They’re a reliable, cost-effective form of heating that works well for covered patios and smaller spaces.
- Easy installation and re-purposing
- Cost effective, reliable form of heating
- Can be mounted on roof or wall to maximize floor space
- More expensive to operate than natural gas
- Will not operate during power shortages / outages
Low operational costs with powerful heating.
Natural gas patio heaters provide more heating output than electric units at the lowest operational cost. They’re readily available as a plumbed utility and can be mounted to maximize your floor space.
- Lowest operational costs
- Readily available as a plumbed utility
- Provides more heating than electricity-fueled units
- Can be mounted on roof or wall to maximize floor space
- Provisions for gas plumbing required
- Heated areas must be well ventilated
Permanent mounted heaters and infrared technology.
Permanent – Mounted Heaters
Heating an enclosed area does not limit you to a single heating setup. A wall or ceiling-mounted electric unit can be hardwired in for permanent use, especially if you know that your set-up will remain for an extended period of time.
This is also a great option for a smaller space. Just be sure that you maintain several feet (at least) of distance from the mounted unit and any other object for safety purposes.
Infrared Heaters
While larger gas heaters are common with outdoor areas and smaller electric heaters are common in smaller spaces, the right heater placement will sufficiently warm the area and, more importantly, the people. The type of heat that is distributed is important as well, and our infrared heat works well for many reasons.
First, it provides radiant heat which transfers heat to people, as opposed to just the air surrounding it. Additionally, infrared heat doesn’t reduce the oxygen level in the room, doesn’t dry out your skin, generally warms you more quickly and efficiently, and it can even be healthier for you by improving your blood circulation.
Finding The Right Heater For The Right Space
When it comes to patio heaters, the best option will be the one that fits perfectly in the space you are trying to heat. Safety is always a part of this equation. Whether the area is covered and how the unit is powered are both factors that can influence your decision.
Let Aqua Science help you choose the right heating solution for your outdoor space.
Contact Aqua Science to discuss your patio, available utilities, installation requirements, and heating options.